Outpatient Intake Clinician
About The Position
The Intake Clinician is responsible for collaborating with a multi-disciplinary treatment team to create an individualized recovery experience that incorporates the body, mind, and spirit of each client. The Intake Clinician will conduct comprehensive intake assessments for clients seeking outpatient services. This role involves gathering detailed client histories, identifying presenting issues, and formulating initial diagnoses to inform individualized treatment plans. The clinician will work closely with clients to understand their needs and provide appropriate referrals and recommendations for treatment.
Requirements
- Graduate Degree in Mental Health Counseling, Marriage and Family Therapy, Social Work, Psychology, or related field, required.
- Holds and maintains licensure as: LMSW/LCSW, LMFT, LMHC, or LPC in CT, NY, NJ, and/or MA, required.
- Willingness to apply and obtain licensure in all the following states in which one is not yet licensed; CT, NY, NJ, MA, required.
- Previous experience/knowledge in substance abuse and/or co-occurring disorders integrated treatment, required.
Nice To Haves
- Graduation from a CACREP accredited program or NASW Social Work accredited program, preferred.
- Previous experience working in an outpatient setting, preferred.
Responsibilities
- Perform detailed intake assessments to determine the appropriate level of care for clients.
- Gather comprehensive client histories, including substance use and mental health backgrounds.
- Provide accurate and clinically-driven assessments for substance use disorders and mental health conditions.
- Utilize standardized screening and assessment tools to identify client needs.
- Facilitate referrals for urinalyses of admitting clients.
- Make informed recommendations based on assessment findings.
- Coordinate and facilitate referrals for appropriate services and treatment programs.
- Create comprehensive and collaborative treatment plans, including referrals for Family Wellness, Psychiatric Services, MATS, etc.
- Coordinate client treatment with the client, applicable OPS program, and staff.
- Collaborate with family members, former providers, and referents to ensure comprehensive care.
Benefits
- Comprehensive benefit package
- Paid Time Off (which increases after 1 year with Mountainside)
- Paid holidays including a Multicultural Holiday
- 401(k) with employer matching
- Free meals while working on the Canaan campus
- Monthly $75.00 wellness reimbursement. Our Wellness Reimbursement benefit is meant to encourage employees to engage in productive self-care to avoid burnout and compassion fatigue.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Number of Employees
11-50 employees
